The beloved duo returns in a junior novel adaptation of their upcoming feature film, "Vengeance Most Fowl." Set to release in 2024, this marks Wallace and Gromit's first on-screen adventure in over a decade. Fans can expect a delightful blend of humor and creativity as they embark on a new escapade filled with quirky challenges and charming interactions.
This volume showcases the art of tatting, a durable lace-making technique involving knots and loops. It features a wide array of intricate designs, complete with clear, step-by-step instructions, making it accessible for modern crafters. The book includes various projects such as edgings, doilies, and decorative items, appealing to both lace enthusiasts and collectors of craft literature. With its high-quality reproduction of original text and images, this edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the timeless craft of tatting.
Focusing on the distinguished service of the 46th Infantry Division during World War II, the book details its involvement in key battles such as the Battle of France and Dunkirk, leading to its evacuation. It also covers the division's campaigns in North Africa, Italy, and Greece. Written and published in occupied Austria shortly after the events, this historical account offers a unique perspective on the division's experiences and contributions during the war.
Sarah Wynn Williams, una joven diplomática neozelandesa, decidió en 2009 dar un giro a su carrera y postularse a un trabajo en Facebook, la empresa que por aquel entonces prometía cambiar el mundo... a mejor. Pero, al escalar en la jerarquía, se dio cuenta del tremendo error cometido. Este libro, una comedia disparatada con tintes trágicos, da cuenta de la vida en las más altas esferas y de la mentalidad despiadada que ha gobernado las grandes empresas tecnológicas. Escrita en forma de memorias, narra situaciones absurdas vividas por la protagonista mientras Facebook intenta expandirse alrededor del mundo: desde escenas cómicas con la Gallina Caponata en las bambalinas de un festival, hasta las terribles matanzas en Myanmar provocadas por la obsesión de Meta por crecer sin parar. -- Este libro es ante todo una mirada privilegiada al mundo de los tecnooligarcas y un retrato despiadado y certero de la hipocresía, insensatez y ligereza con la que se toman las grandes decisiones que condicionan la vida de miles de millones de personas.
Offering a comprehensive guide to practical needlework, this vintage book features detailed instructions on various techniques such as knitting, crochet, and embroidery, complemented by nearly 3000 illustrations. It includes multiple series from Weldon's Practical Knitter and Crochet, making it an invaluable resource for both beginners and experienced crafters. The republished edition comes with a new introduction, ensuring its relevance for modern knitting enthusiasts while preserving the charm of its original content.
This collection focuses on republishing classic works from the early 1900s and earlier, which have become rare and costly. The editions are designed to be affordable while maintaining high quality, featuring the original text and artwork, ensuring that these timeless pieces remain accessible to readers today.
Ancient Egyptians imagined the afterlife as a kind of hazardous journey you had to make to get to paradise. Presented in a Chinese-bound format with accompanying illustrations, Egyptian Book of the Dead is an ideal resource of esoteric wisdom for anyone interested in Ancient Egyptian notions of death and the path to the afterlife.
Exploring the history of tarot, this beginner's guide offers insights into the methods employed by renowned diviners and provides an accessible introduction to card reading. Perfect for newcomers, it demystifies the practice and equips readers with the foundational knowledge needed to start their tarot journey.
And then he's got to deal with marking, OFSTED, educational consultants, spreadsheets, personal statements, school trips, strikes, class, race, love, death, birth, manhood, dry cleaning, the end of literary culture .
